The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game concludes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know their style, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a win now would be amazing. There are three crucial challenges prior to the break for internationals and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will see the next matches."
